2013 Ford Escape Consumer Reviews

2013 Ford Escape

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2013 Ford Escape

Starting MSRP $22,470–$32,120

Average Rating

3.9 out of 5
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Comfort:4.2 out of 5
Performance:4.2 out of 5
Exterior Styling:4.5 out of 5
Interior Design:4.0 out of 5
Value for the Money:3.8 out of 5
Reliability:3.9 out of 5

78 out of 114 people would recommended this car to a friend

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Great Car, where's the storage?

by Mr Oz
from Glenolden, PA | June 17, 2013

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 3 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"I love my FORD Escape so far. My one complaint is there are no storage compartments inside the vehicle for the driver. You have center console storage, but it doesn't even have a tray or top level. It is just one big compartment. You have the hidden compartment in the rear passenger area, how could you not think about cell phone storage, coins or where to put the keys?"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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Nicest car I've ever owned

by Buddy Shagmore
from Los Angeles, CA | May 30, 2013

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"The makeover for '13 is a complete turnaround from the old boxy Escape. I went for the SEL model because I wanted a leather interior. I also wanted the most power, so I went with the 2.0 turbo. I'm very impressed with the handling, torque, and comfort level. I didn't want roof racks, sunroof, or nav, so I just went with the standard 300A package. The My Touch is quite the thing. Overall, Ford did us a solid with the new Escape. It's good looking, takes regular gas, and is a blast to drive."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Best Car Deal I Ever Got

by SUV Guy
from Blue Springs, Missouri | May 22, 2013

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"I bought this vehicle at Metro Ford in Independence, Missouri. It was the easiest and best car deal I ever experienced, and I've been buying cars for many years. The Escape is amazing! It's roomy, powerful, and fun to drive. I'd definitely recommend getting one at Metro Ford"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Worst Car I have Ever Owned

by Never Again
from | May 22, 2013

Rating from

(1)
Comfort: 1 out of 5
Performance: 1 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 2 out of 5
Interior Design: 2 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"I bought this car for the technology that it comes with. Little did I no that none of it would work. sync's my ford touch never works. always goes dead and reboots. satellite radio always skips (never did in my old car) FM radio is static, volume goes up and down by it self. ac buttons don't work. steering wheel controls all die. sunroof doesn't always work. The Smart Key that is a really nice feature when it works usually never works. leaving you locked out of your car for up to 15 mins at a time (not to fun when its pouring out and you have to be somewhere). and now the newest problem and the worst of all is the gas pedal just randomly dies well you are driving. Not happy with this car what so ever and its not even the cheap model. its the fully loaded SEL."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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Best car ever

by Love my car
from Maryland | May 16, 2013

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Bought 2013 SE Model love everything about it. I have 5,000 miles on it not one problem with anything. So far combined gas mileage is 27 miles per gallon. Love it so far."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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3 out of 3 found this review helpful

good ideas

by country traveler
from iron mn | May 7, 2013

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 3 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 2 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"can not see the clock and temp clearly can only see half of it ---installing the ignition key is not easy---- the escape i purchased came with the towing package but not the rear camera why not ?"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Transporting family


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WILL NEVER buy a Ford again

by Dissatisfied Ford customer
from Sarasota, FL | May 6, 2013

Rating from

(2)
Comfort: 3 out of 5
Performance: 2 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 3 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 1 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"I am writing this review for the sole purpose of helping at least one person make the decision of whether or not to buy the new Escape even with the somewhat negative reviews. I got sucked into the trap of thinking that these issues would not happen to me... However, I was wrong. Up until a few weeks ago, I would have told you that I was very happy with my new car. Until I turned on my car (with only 4,000 miles) and was shocked to find that it was choking up and then saw a display reading "faulty engine, please service immediately". The car then shut off. When I restarted it, the problem had seemingly resolved. I still took it to Ford and they found an issue with the turbo. This required 2 parts and a 2 week + stay in the shop. When they asked me if I had rental car coverage I just laughed, why would I need this for a brand new car. I drove a Toyota for 10 years before getting this car and I never had a single issue. I would HIGHLY recommend reconsidering your purchase, especially if your primary concern is reliability! Additionally, I have had multiple issues with my Bluetooth and My Touch system and strange electrical issues. I will be trading this vehicle in the first possible chance I get!!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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4 out of 5 found this review helpful

Ford escape awesome car guys

by Racer
from Louisville, KY | April 18, 2013

Rating from

(5)
Comfort: 5 out of 5
Performance: 5 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 5 out of 5
Value for the Money: 5 out of 5
Reliability: 5 out of 5

"Very nice, small comfortable SUV. When I first bought it without test drive I didn't like it but when I start driving it I kinda get a feeling of a great car so yeah buy escape for confidents..."

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Just getting around


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First Time Escape Owner

by Dog Lover
from Boston MA | April 16, 2013

Rating from

(4)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 4 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 5 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 4 out of 5
Reliability: 4 out of 5

"I purchased a 2013 Ford Escape SE..I now have 1100 miles on the car. I have read some of the more negative reviews, and have to say that my experience has been overall excellent! At this point I have no problems with the Voice Activated My Touch Sync Sustem..works flawlessly..for now. I love the handling of this car--corners great, has smooth acceleration, good brakes. The cabin is comfy although there is not alot of storage room..I end up using the side door storage bin frequently. As for gas mileage, I am getting 21 mpg around town..I am totally satisfid with this mileage--I turned in a gas-guzzling Jeep Liberty that was getting a miserable 14.5--so I am in heaven at 21 mpg! My main gripe with this car is the right side gas tank fill--it's pain in the neck!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I also wish they had made a functional tailgate window instead of a one-piece tailgate..I am happy with my purchase--no real major issues yet, and i dind that the Escape is stylish and comfortable..I bought the model with roof rails because I felt the car looked sort of pain wiithout them..but that is just a personal taste issue!"

I would recommend this car to a friend: Yes

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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Will never buy a Ford again

by Irritated buyer
from Umatilla, Oregon | April 10, 2013

Rating from

(3)
Comfort: 4 out of 5
Performance: 2 out of 5
Exterior Styling: 4 out of 5
Interior Design: 4 out of 5
Value for the Money: 2 out of 5
Reliability: 1 out of 5

"I bought a 2013 Ford Escape brand new. During the first recall, my car was in the shop for a couple weeks. Ford would not make my monthly payment but offered to defer 3 months of payments to the end of the loan. At least thy tried, sort of. The Sync system is rebooting itself at least twice a month. Half the time the phone will not upload my contacts...it's the android phone. The best mpg I have ever gotten was 24mpg...that was on a flat highway going with 30mph wind gusts. Around town and interstate I only get about 22mpg, regardless of the weather. Currently, the vehicle's rpm is hitting 6000+ while the car slows down from 25mph to 15mph. Happening intermittently so dealership can't diagnose."

I would recommend this car to a friend: No

This vehicle was purchased: New

Primary use for this car: Commuting


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